Evanston police hope spray paint will work as catalytic converter theft deterrent

EVANSTON, Sick. (WLS) — Evanston cops will spray paint catalytic converters to attempt to crack down on potential thefts Sunday morning.

It’s going to solely be seen from beneath the automobile, and won’t have an effect on your engine.

The occasion is free and open to Evanston residents with automobiles made in 2019 or older.

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Attendees should current proof of residency or employment throughout the metropolis of Evanston upon checking in.

Police analyzed their crime knowledge to determine autos at greater danger for a catalytic converter theft. Primarily based on that evaluation, this occasion is restricted to automobile fashions from the next producers:

– Chevrolet

– Ford

– Honda

– Hyundai

– Jeep

– Kia

– Mitsubishi

– Nissan

– Toyota

Most automobile fashions newer than 2019 are designed to stop catalytic converter theft, police stated. Hondas and Toyotas account for about 80% of focused automobiles.

You will need to preregister.

The occasion begins at 9 a.m. on the Levy Senior middle parking zone at 300 Dodge Ave.

It ends at 11 a.m.